Rachel Allwood, from Dandara, said: “We’re looking forward to hearing local people’s views. We believe now is the right time to bring forward our proposals.”

The initial plans were presented to Leeds council planning chiefs last week. A detailed planning application is expected to be submitted later this year.

The 1.9 hectare development falls in the Holbeck Urban Village regeneration area on the city centre’s South Bank.

Councillor Peter Gruen, the council’s chief spokesman on planning, said: “It is encouraging to see activity returning to Holbeck Urban Village. The proposals have the potential to make a significant contribution to the provision of new homes in the city, in a brownfield location.”

Over the last 10 years, the Round Foundry, Tower Works, Marshall’s Mill, Manor Mills, and The Mint have contributed to the development of the area.